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Donors Quick Start

Simple steps to add donors, import lists, and start stewardship in Expirely.

Get started in minutes

  1. Go to `Donors` in the top nav.
  2. Click `Directory` to see your donor list.
  3. Click `Add Donor` to create your first record.

Core workflows

Add a donor manually

  1. Go to `Donors` → `Directory`.
  2. Click `Add Donor`.
  3. Enter name and email, then save.
  4. Add a first gift if you have it.

Upload donors in bulk

  1. Go to `Donors` → `Directory`.
  2. Click `Upload donors` or `Import`.
  3. Upload a CSV/XLSX file using the template.
  4. Review the summary and confirm import.

Track a donation

  1. Open a donor record.
  2. Click `Add Donation` and enter the amount/date.
  3. Save to update lifetime totals.

Send a thank-you

  1. Open the donor record.
  2. Click `Send Email` or use the `Thank‑You Email` tool.
  3. Edit and send the message.

Quick tips

  • Use tags to segment major donors or campaigns.
  • Log calls and notes after each touchpoint.
  • Keep donor addresses updated for receipts.

FAQ

Where do I find donor analytics?

Go to `Donors` → `Donor Analytics` to see trends and retention.

How do I edit a donor?

Open the donor record in `Directory` and click `Edit`.

Can I export my donor list?

Yes—use `Export CSV` from the Directory.

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